A general introduction to cell structure and functions, the cell cycle, and principles of molecular and organism genetics
Focus on the major turning points that shaped the contemporary world from Post World War One to the global interdependence of today. Topics include the rise of totalitarian governments, the search for stability and peace, and 20th-century cultural trends.
This course considers the most fundamental cultural, social, political, and economic trends of the Modern World History Era (MWH 1750-1920), including the Global Market Expansion, the Industrial Revolution, Imperialism, and WWI.
A first course in high school geometry. Topics include point, lines, and planes; classification of angles; triangles and the Pythagorean theorem; classifications of polygons; perimeters and areas of polygons; circumference and area of circles; surface areas and volumes of three-dimensional shapes.
A first course in high school algebra that focuses on simplifying basic expressions and performing algebraic operations using the properties of rational numbers: simplifying polynomial expressions; numbers; factor binomials, trinomials, quadratic trinomials and polynomials, and solving word problems.
An intermediate course designed to continue development of critical reading and writing skills using significant works of literature to study recurrent patterns and themes.
A beginning course designed to develop critical reading and writing skills, and to introduce significant works of literature, studying recurrent patterns and themes.
Tutoring and learning support activities offered outside of class. Students receive academic assistance in understanding course content, achieving academic course learning outcomes, basic skills, study strategies and computer skills. Students work with peer tutors who are recommended by subject-specific faculty. Peer tutors are trained, supervised, and participate in ongoing professional development by Learning Assistance or other discipline-specific faculty.
Practical application of Tai Chi and Tai Chi Qigong as meditation in movement exercises, and understanding of their benefits for stress relief, mental alertness, and bodily control.
Low intermediate speaking and listening skills. Participation in conversations and discussions on familiar and some unfamiliar topics.